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Colditz (1972)

TV Series ★ 7.5 60 min

Drama War & Politics

Colditz is a British television series co-produced by the BBC and Universal Studios and screened between 1972 and 1974. The series deals with Allied prisoners of war imprisoned at the supposedly escape-proof Colditz Castle when designated Oflag IV-C during World War II, and their many attempts to escape captivity, as well as the relationships formed between the various nationalities and their German captors.

Gerard Glaister Creator

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Quick facts

Released
October 19, 1972
Runtime
60 min
IMDb
tt0068059
Language
English

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Cast

David McCallum David McCallum Flt. Lt. Simon Carter Bernard Hepton Bernard Hepton Kommandant Christopher Neame Christopher Neame Lt. Dick Player Edward Hardwicke Edward Hardwicke Capt. Pat Grant Peter Penry-Jones P.O. Peter Muir Jack Hedley Jack Hedley Lt. Col. John Preston

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Frequently asked questions

What is Colditz about?
Colditz is a British television series co-produced by the BBC and Universal Studios and screened between 1972 and 1974. The series deals with Allied prisoners of war imprisoned at the supposedly escape-proof Colditz Castle when designated Oflag IV-C during World War II, and their many attempts to escape captivity, as well as the relationships formed between the various nationalities and their German captors.
Who created Colditz?
Colditz was created by Gerard Glaister.
Who stars in Colditz?
Colditz stars David McCallum, Bernard Hepton, Christopher Neame, Edward Hardwicke.
When was Colditz released?
Colditz is a 1972 drama, war & politics series.
Where can I watch Colditz?
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